Best The Closet Creative Podcasts (2024)

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Creating New Purpose, with Jonathan Bogner 52:23

3d ago52:23

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"Resilience isn't just bouncing back—it's finding new purpose after everything changes." — Jonathan Bogner In this inspiring episode of Uncorking a Story, host Mike Carlon sits down with Jonathan Bogner, a seasoned film and reality TV producer who has faced unimaginable challenges. From experiencing heart failure, two strokes, and aphasia, to recei…

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Writing Beyond Boundaries: Embracing Criticism, Late Blooms, and Creative Courage with Linda Moore2024 45:47

10d ago45:47

45:47

"Perseverance is probably the most important skill or quality to have. Stick with it, and eventually you'll cross some kind of finish line." – Linda Moore In this episode, Linda Moore, a late-blooming fiction writer and art historian, shares her unique journey from political science and journalism to owning an art gallery and finally embracing a ca…

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Navigating Sibling Loss & Trauma: Sara J. Cobb on Building a Community of Healing & Hope 52:34

16d ago52:34

52:34

On this episode of The Power of Love Show we welcome special guest, Sara J. Cobb. Sara J. Cobb is the founder of ‘My Grief Connection’, a dynamic hub of grief resources and a growing community dedicated to supporting those who are grieving. Her passion for grief and mental health education stems from a blend of personal interests, strengths, and tr…

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From Myths to Medicine: Dr. Benjamin Caplan on Cannabis 41:18

17d ago41:18

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“There's so much literature in cannabis... I'm kind of acting a little bit like a translator for the general public and for the medical community." — Dr. Benjamin Caplan In this episode of "Uncorking a Story," host Mike Carlon sits down with Dr. Benjamin Caplan, a renowned family physician and expert in medical cannabis. Over the past 17 years, Dr.…

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‘The Grief Cocoon' With Founder, Multi-Disciplinary Artist & Creative Grief Guide, Gaby Georges 51:02

25d ago51:02

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On this episode of The Power of Love Show we welcome special guest, Gabriela ‘Gaby’ Georges. Gaby Georges is a multi-disciplinary artist, creative grief guide and founder of The Grief Cocoon. Her work is inspired by her beloved mother, Samira, who died four months after her cancer diagnosis when Gaby was twenty years of age. She supports people to …

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Finding Freedom Through Love, Connection, and Writing 53:22

25d ago53:22

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"I felt really alienated before, but when I started walking on the streets and all these people started sharing their stories, I slowly started to heal." — Varuni Sinha In this compelling episode of "Uncorking a Story," host Mike Carlon interviews Varuni Sinha, a New York-based writer and multimedia producer, about her transformative journey from a…

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Navigating Stillbirth with “The Grief Closet” Founder Andrea Meyers 50:36

1M ago50:36

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On this episode of The Power of Love Show we welcome special guest, Andrea Meyers. Andrea is a stay-at-home mother to six children. In 2021, her fifth baby, daughter Terra, died shockingly and unexpectedly during labor at 38 weeks — which is considered a full term — and was delivered stillborn. Andrea struggled deeply with the death of her daughter…

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Writing Through Adversity with Ann Bancroft 39:46

1M ago39:46

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"I wasn't interested in writing about my own cancer journey, but I was interested in the idea of what if my situation had been flipped." — Ann Bancroft In this heartfelt episode of "Uncorking a Story," host Michael Carlon sits down with Ann Bancroft, a remarkable two-time breast cancer survivor who has made her literary debut at the age of 71. Banc…

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'Winston's Wish' With Director of Services and Service Transformation, Letizia Perna 50:26

1M ago50:26

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On this episode of The Power of Love Show we welcome special guest, Letizia Perna. Letizia Perna is a psychotherapist, clinical social worker and supervisor with nearly 20 years of experience in the non-profit sector, specializing in grief, loss, and bereavement. Currently, she is the Director of Services and Service Transformation at ‘Winston's Wi…

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Healing through Story, with Holly LaBarbera 32:21

1M ago32:21

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"Writing is like therapy; it reveals the soul and heals the heart." — Holly LaBarbera In this episode of "Uncorking a Story," Holly LaBarbera, an accomplished author and psychotherapist, takes us through her fascinating journey from childhood letter writing with her grandmother to becoming a published novelist. She shares how her career as a therap…

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‘Grief, Gratitude & The Gray In Between’ With Podcast Host, Kendra Rinaldi 58:52

2M ago58:52

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On this episode of The Power of Love Show we welcome special guest, Kendra Rinaldi. Kendra Rinaldi is an intuitive grief guide and the creator and host of the podcast "Grief, Gratitude and the Gray in Between". She has had powerful conversations with nearly 200 guests about their experiences with grief and the strategies that helped them. Kendra he…

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Unlocking the Subconscious, with Philip Cioffari 48:24

2M ago48:24

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"Writing is like staying in shape; even when things aren't going well, sitting at the desk and writing keeps you ready for the day when the right ideas and words come." - Philip Cioffari Today we dive deep into the world of storytelling with special guest Philip Cioffari. Philip is a novelist, short story writer, playwright, and filmmaker whose jou…

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Music and Murder with Hannah Mary McKinnon 31:51

2M ago31:51

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"I like the idea of thinking of it as a gift, although it certainly doesn't feel like it at the time." — Hannah Mary McKinnon In this episode of "Uncorking a Story," host Michael Carlon welcomes back internationally bestselling author Hannah Mary McKinnon. Known for her gripping suspense novels and heartwarming holiday romantic comedies, Hannah sha…

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'His Place At The Table' With Author, Diane Nares 55:33

2M ago55:33

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On this episode of The Power of Love Show we welcome special guest & author, Diane Nares.Diane Nares’ book, ‘His Place at The Table: A Personal, Public, and Spiritual Love Story’, recounts the emotional journey she and her husband, Richard, experienced through their son Emilio's cancer diagnosis at just three years old. With raw honesty, Diane expl…

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Going into the Closet, with Mark Ukra and Tara Mesalik MacMahon 35:21

2M ago35:21

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“When your fears disappear, your dreams appear.” —Gamma, from ”Closet of Dreams.” In this episode, we dive into the enchanting world of childhood imagination and creative collaboration with brother-sister duo, Mark Ukra and Tara Masalaik McMahon. Join us as we explore their journey from a shared childhood closet of dreams to the creation of their h…

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Don’t Hold Back, with Jasmine Gonzalez 17:13

2M ago17:13

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"It's okay to not be okay. Writing has been my way to let things out, to release the constriction of emotions, and to heal. I don't hold back in my poetry, and I encourage others to find their own way to express and release their feelings." – Jasmine Gonzalez In this episode of "Uncorking a Story," we welcome Jasmine Gonzalez, a New York City-based…

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Mental Health Series • Part 2: Article Spotlight 42:13

3M ago42:13

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On this episode of The Power of Love Show we continued our Mental Health Series by discussing an insightful article written by Christopher W.T. Miller, MD, for The Washington Post. Read the Article: ‘What grief does to your brain, and how to cope with it’ • https://www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/2024/03/08/grief-brain-healing-coping-strategies/?ut…

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From Marketing Maven to Magical Storyteller, with Christina Bacilieri 32:26

3M ago32:26

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"Magic finds us in our darkest times." — Christina Bacilieri Christina Bacilieri’s life and career were profoundly shaped by her Italian grandmother and a dream that inspired her to write her first novel, "The Last Refuge." In this episode, Christina shares her journey from a career in marketing to becoming a full-time writer, discussing the challe…

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‘Here With You’ With Author, Kathy Wagner 57:27

3M ago57:27

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On this episode of The Power of Love Show we welcome special guest, Kathy Wagner. Kathy Wagner is the mother of three grown children, including her son Tristan who died from fentanyl poisoning in August 2017.Since that time, Kathy has actively advocated for improved accessto quality addiction recovery services and was a peer support group facilitat…

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Love, Loss, and Legacy, with Anna Monardo 55:18

3M ago55:18

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"Marriage can hold more difficulty than you believe and still move forward and evolve into something positive." – Anna Monardo How does an arranged marriage spanning continents and generations reveal the hidden strengths and vulnerabilities of a family, and what can it teach us about our own relationships and identities? Meet Anna Monardo Anna Mona…

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‘The Power of Giving Back’ With Mariella Arroba 53:54

3M ago53:54

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On this episode of The Power of Love Show we welcome special guest & friend of Dee Dee Jackson Foundation, Mariella Arroba.Mariella Arroba is the Director of Foundation and Corporate Relations at Calvary Hospital, bringing over 7 years of dedicated fundraising experience to her role. With a strong academic background, Mariella holds an MBA, which h…

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Navigating Identity and Belonging, with Adoptee Lisa Ann 37:45

3M ago37:45

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"Being chosen doesn't mean being whole; it means navigating a journey to find yourself.” — Adoptee Lisa Ann In this heartfelt episode of "Uncorking a Story," host Mike Carlon welcomes Lisa Ann, the host of the "Wandering Tree Podcast." Lisa Ann shares her deeply personal story as an adoptee, discussing the complexities of identity, family, and the …

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Talents Not Tendencies, with Mary Carol Moore 28:14

3M ago28:14

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"The idea of found family and the hope that you have a pod of people out there who will accept you for who you are is central to my story." — Mary Carol Moore In today’s episode, Author Mary Carol Moore discusses her journey from being a food journalist to an accomplished novelist, inspired by her mother's legacy as a World War II era pilot. She sh…

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Mental Health Series • Part 1: Brenda Mejia 1:09:08

3M ago1:09:08

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On this episode of The Power of Love Show we kicked off our Mental Health Series featuring DDJF Honorary Board Member, Brenda Mejia. Brenda joined us to share her experience of surviving a car accident that resulted in a traumatic brain injury (TBI) and how she managed to grow despite enduring this trauma. Her message is clear: ‘You are not alone i…

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Divine Gifts, with Lauren Martin 52:59

3M ago52:59

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"Poetry is a gift from the Divine, a voice from ancestors, expressing profound truths and deep emotions." - Lauren Martin In today’s episode of Uncorking a Story we sit down with Lauren Martin, a psychotherapist, poet, and a devoted Ìyânífá. She shares her journey from discovering her poetic voice in sixth grade to compiling her latest collection, …

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‘Bloomwell Partners, LLC’ With Founders, Dr. Mekel Harris & Janet Gwilliam-Wright 56:13

4M ago56:13

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On this episode of The Power of Love Show we are thrilled to have two extraordinary guests, Dr. Mekel Harris (returning guest!) and Janet Gwilliam-Wright, joining us to share their insights on mental health, grief and their groundbreaking work with Bloomwell Partners, LLC.Dr. Mekel Harris received a B.A. in Psychology from Baylor University, M.A. i…

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Hidden Healers, with Dr. Stephanie Covington 45:09

4M ago45:09

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"We have a lot to learn from them. It's really about the survival of the human spirit." - Dr. Stephanie Covington In this informative episode of Uncorking a Story, we dive into the life and expertise of Stephanie Covington, Ph.D. who shares wisdom gained through her work with incarcerated women and reveals how they support each other in the most ch…

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Embracing Life's Unexpected Twists, with Link Forester 33:14

4M ago33:14

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“Be quick to forgive yourself. It's hard to do, but be quick to forgive people around you. We're going to disappoint ourselves, and people are going to disappoint us. Just forgive, get over it. Don’t let a mistake ruin a relationship—it's not worth it. The relationship is so much more.” — Link Forester Join us in this powerful episode of Uncorking …

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‘The Grief Project’ With Grief Educator & Illustrator, Lou Pennisi 44:36

4M ago44:36

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On this episode of The Power of Love Show we welcome special guest, Lou Pennisi. Lou Pennisi is a grief educator and illustrator.After a five-year period of cumulative losses, Lou found herself struggling with her grief. She felt like every time she came up for air, she was hit with another loss.Feeling isolated and alone after her mother passed, s…

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Be Your Own Fool, with Joe Di Prisco 1:24:42

4M ago1:24:42

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“Be your own fool. You’ve got to be a little bit crazy to believe your writing matters, and it does!” Today, I chat with author Joe Di Prisco who shares the mosaic of his life, from a Brooklyn childhood shadowed by mob connections to his spirited pursuits in poetry and education. This episode delves into Joe's complex relationship with religion, hi…

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Wine, Women, and Dementia with Kitty Norton 38:07

4M ago38:07

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"It's like a honey badger; dementia doesn't give a shit. It doesn't care about what you want to do." — Kitty Norton Tune into this episode of Uncorking a Story for an honest and inspiring exploration of the highs and lows of caregiving, the power of storytelling, and the unexpected paths life can take. Meet Kitty Norton In 2016 Kitty left her job a…

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